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 We were strangers, starting out on our journey. At the Beginning was the ultimate song for NAS volleyballers 2007. A song which lyrics' are already at the back of our head. Because, it's our journey. A journey that was full of emotions. Pain, tears of joy, perseverance, determination, reluctant. I remember those days where we trained 4 times a week when We just started out as a team. We were so hungry for the cup. 1 day of training was specially for physical training which was paid off in the end. We were basically the team which has no flaws. What left the deepest memory was the flight of stairs we ran up and down 20 times altogether, 10 sets the day before our final game. I learnt from Roxanne that perseverance would bring you far in the future. She was always the one who held my hand when I was about to give up, gave me faith and make me believe in myself. Lyvia was always the one who I had the most fun with. Yang taught me that being short doesn't means no muscle. Being one very muscular spiker, we took the cup home and owned as the shortest spikers. Carolyn was my primary schoolmate and my secondary school classmate. I've learnt a lot of things from her. Being strong on the outside and fragile on the inside was both of our virutes and flaws. And that letter Natalie gave us. I remember vividly that mine was labeled "spiker". We all played the position we all wanted. We strived, we excelled. We are the champions. These 5 people left me the greatest memory of volleyball! Thank you Lyvia Loh, Sarah Yang, Natalie Ong, Carolyn Koh, Roxanne Ang. You guys are the best and the best teammates anyone could wish for. If I had a wish, I think I would wish to play the final game again. Because at the point of time, I, you, we were on cloud nine. It was an amazing feeling that I've not felt for a long time. I miss you guys..  Our first weekly lunch photo!


 June holidays stayover that was planned in a week 'cause we have never done it together before! Our very first sleepover all together, 17 June! Bestest of the best teammates of the universe.
 The first year of B division was not an easy journey for us. We had to fight for position which made all of us feel so uncomfortable with each other. In the end, Carolyn and Roxanne got to play for our seniors, Zuoyi, Shirley, Phebe, Isabel and Chongmin for the East Zone and Nationals which we got kicked out very soon. We did not train gym properly, we hardly train seriously and that was our result even though our first appearance at the Under 16 competitions made a deep impression to all teams competing with us. I guess we were complacent as we were the 两连冠 C Girls champions. Nevertheless, we had so much fun as a team. This was probably the most bonded B girls team in Ngee Ann. As we are all open, we managed to take things easily and not be petty which led us to a memorable journey as a B girls team. When you (seniors) got your O's results, we (juniors) were there to give you guys moral support and to witness the taking of O's results. The joy in your eyes were the complete opposite of the day were we lost the last game. I remember hugging Zuoyi and screaming like a mad woman in the hall! And eventually, she got into Nanyang JC, Isabel to Aust. for foundational studies, Vict into Saint Andrews', Chongmin to Meridian JC and lastly, Layping to a poly. Taupok was one of the things we did that left a super deep impression. Zuoyi always encouraged me which acted as a confidence boost for me. Being Leos and having very close birthdates, she was the one who understood me the most. Isabel was the most generous senior. She would bet on food! Gave treats for little accomplishments and drag me to Yoshinoya! Victoria and I would talk a lot of crap when we were flipping the score board! Chongmin would never fail to tempt me to make me be excited and drool about after-training dinners! Layping always made me laugh about her 50G phone! Best seniors ever.

 When Phebe was not around, we train our asses off as a team that had 11 people. Gym was a difficult period for all of us as Coach had the fear of Phebe not clearing her N's. I couldn't say we never did slack but we trained hard. Having very hardworking seniors like Sarah and Roxanne, how could we right! After taking her N's, she played the Under 16 competition with the 11 of us and got 2nd position! Phebe, being the captain and the oldest had to carry a lot of burden of our internal problems and worry for us. Phebe was the mother of the team, she took care of everyone. I'm sure the deepest impression made by Coach to the 11 of us was Coach's smashing of his bottle outside Hougang and the treat he gave us after the Shuqun game. Phebe cleared her N's which was a relief to all of us. We played the East Zone and Nationals together and this was the very no slacking team. Our physical training we probably the toughest for Coach's NAS B girls team so far. We had an easy journey throughout the Nationals that were partially owed to our good stamina. Coach's words to us on the final game was very touching indeed. He was really fond of our team (Lyvia, Roxanne, Carolyn, Yang, Phebe and I). Yes, being labeled champion was only a bonus as we were already champions to Coach. He never yelled at us ever since the bottle smashing matter. Instead, we had a lot of fun laughing non-stop during training and his cold jokes! I hope the team will prosper. I hope you (juniors) will learn that perseverance will bring you far and you gotta strive for what you want. 世界上没有不劳而获的事. Don't lose faith because you've fallen. Be strong, pick yourself up, have self-esteem. You're not a loser when you've fallen. You're only a loser when you refuse to get up and try again. Best juniors ever.
 Everyone will remember him as the no. 1 cold joke, the fastest brain thinker, the exaggerating man, the chinese Johnny Bravo, the handsome voice on phone Coach. His trainings are productive yet fun. It's painful yet worth. The life vaules that he has taught us will never be forgotten. He made such a big difference to my life. He made ma appreciate and persevere! I hope I won't disappoint you, Coach. I hope your waiting for me will not be a failure. I will do you proud. I will play for you next year. I will be your one and only Qiong 'cause you named me that. No. 1 Coach.
 All the secrets we keep from people. Our underground relationship, it's very funny when I think of it. This picture was on your finals. The game when you aces and where my wounds open up again. You were the one who understand me the most. You knew how I felt without me saying anything. You always got me chocolates when I was down, met me when I miss you, liangteh when I'm ill, surprise me and never fail to make me smile. You're the best girl God sent to me. You're not my girlfriend, my wife, my best friend. You're more than that. I love you so much. I miss you like forever. You're my super duper special no. 9 (more than) wife. The things you do for me are the things no one would ever do. The words you say to me are the words that people could never cheer me up with. You're special just like that. I miss your hugs. Nothing can take you away from me. One and only wife.
 We've come a long way to be as one group. Our internal conflicts are the conflicts people can never think about. Even though people see us as the group that everyone fears, we are the one who are actually stabbing ourselves. I've never agreed that we're a group 'cause we're genuine. But more of, we are a group 'cause we are a mixture. Our fricking back stabbing are so much but yet, we choose to remain together as one big family. For 2 years, ever since we became matured, a lot things have happened to the group. We celebrate our birthdays together. Even though we might not be the richest, prettiest, most handsome, slimist, we are all special in our own ways. Even though our conflicts are as much as the water in the sea, we are still the biggest group in school. And even though we've hurt each other, I'm sure we've changed each other too. You guys brought life and colour to my life. Your company were always appreciated and the birthday celebrations were always (Y). Happiness don't come easy. Best and only group
 She made me realise that no matter how strong you appear outside, there's always a fragile side of people. And that a fake smile can always be faked when needed. Also, things are not as simple as they are. People have their difficulties and unseenable flaws. Even though she scolds me, asks me to shut up, she's always willing to let me hold her hand or her pinky. Holding her pinky's always the best thing. She makes me smile even though her face's so irritating. No one's perfect, but everyone has virtues. Only girlfriend.
 He might not be the sweetest, might not be the most handsome, might not be the fittest, but he's a man with a good heart. A man who teaches and not take advantage. To everyone who has wronged him, you'll regret not knowing this great man who taught me so much life vaules and helped me in so much ways. I always feel safe with him, he protects me. I can talk to him all night and pour my heart out whenever I want. He's someone who's really always been there for me. Forever one and only sister.
 Always traveling from Woodlands to Pasir Ris just to see my irritating face. Peck me on the cheek when I'm asleep as a form of waking me up in the most gentle way and make me always miss you. You're the most important person in my life. You've made me learn that we should be contented with what we have and not always complain for more. You're the complete opposite of me which made me fall so deep in love with you. You always use the cutest way to cheer me up and beg for my forgiveness in the most adorable way. You never fail to make me feel so fortunate to have you and you try your hardest to satisfy me and my needs. I remember our old days at the squash court where we feed mosquitoes willingly 'cause that was the only way we could sit there and talk forever. You're the first and only person I've walked the high way with. You never yell at me and you're always caring even though you know I'm faking it. It's all about you and I really appreciate every single thing you've done for me. Our journey has just begin. You're the best guy God has sent to me. I will cherish you. I will never let you slip away from my fingers. Time is never enough for us. So whenever you're not with me, in my heart, you'll always be. Best boyfriend.
I want you to know, with everything I won't let this go. These words are my heart and soul, I hold on to this moment you know. Cause I'd bleed my heart out to show, and I won't let go.
Best, one and only, forever and I love you are strong words. And that's the main point..
You may not know it, but you make a difference in someone's life. Cherish every single moment. A loss is not what you need to realise it.
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